BA in Archaeology, History, and Literature of Ancient Greece
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Program description
BA in Archaeology, History, and Literature of Ancient Greece
A four-year BA program taught in English, devoted to the study of Greek Antiquity. The program is offered by the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (based in its School of Philosophy), in collaboration with the International Hellenic University.
Aimed at international students, it offers a unique opportunity to study the culture of ancient Greece while acquiring first-hand knowledge of some of Greece's most important archaeological monuments and sites, such as the Athenian Acropolis and the Parthenon, Delphi and Olympia.
The program includes courses in Greek archaeology, ancient Greek history and literature, and modern Greek. With an academic tradition of more than 180 years, the two collaborating Institutions guarantee a high quality undergraduate program, based on experiential learning and offering both the systematic disciplinary knowledge and critical and creative thinking skills.
Admission requirements
*The program is available to non-EU citizens only
- It is suitable for high school graduates with an interest in the ancient world and its cultural and intellectual achievements; also, for anybody who wishes to acquire a broad liberal education with emphasis in original and avant-garde thinking.
- International Baccalaureate or Senior High School Graduation Certificate (indicative average grade: 70% or equivalent).
Certificate of competency in English:
- ITOEFL: Overall score of 88 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
- IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or above, with at least 5.5 in each component.
Student Visa
No visa is required for studies to enter Greece if you possess a valid passport from Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway or Switzerland. Applicants from countries outside the Schengen zone need a student visa. The length of time needed to acquire a student visa differs from country to country. Applicants are encouraged to communicate, as soon as possible, with the Greek Embassy in their country for information on the procedure and also on the time needed for the conclusion of the process. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to submit, as soon as possible.
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The program offers a wide-ranging degree devoted to Classical Greek culture. Students have the opportunity to study the archaeological monuments and the history of Greece. They familiarize themselves with the ancient Greek language through the systematic examination of important ancient texts. The curriculum includes a number of classes in Modern Greek. The interdisciplinary nature of the program allows students to think both critically and imaginatively, write well-structured essays, as well as interpret complex sets of data.
The four years are divided into eight semesters.
- The first year offers a number of foundation courses in the history and culture of ancient Greece, as well as an introduction to the methodology of the respective academic fields of archaeology, history and philology.
- The second and third years are devoted to the systematic study of ancient Greece
- The fourth year offers a range of specialized courses and seminars.
On-site classes and field trips
Most courses include on-site classes and/or hands on instruction at the University Museum of Archaeology and History of Art, as well as many archaeological sites and museums in Athens and its vicinity. Special one- or two-day field trips may also be organized within specific courses and extended field trips to major Greek archaeological sites and museums (Crete; Santorini; Macedonia etc) are also offered as part of the curriculum.
Excavation work
In the course of their studies, students are introduced to archaeological excavation theory and practice at the University Excavation in Marathon or the excavation at the site of Trapeza (Neon Rysion – Kardia) in Northern Greece, undertaken by the International Hellenic University.
Tuition fees
6,000 Euros per academic year, to be paid in two installments, by late August and late January. A deposit may be required in order to secure a place in the program.
Scholarships & funding
The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens offers six (6) Merit Scholarships of Eur 10000 to students who wish to pursue the “BA program in the Archaeology, History, and Literature of Ancient Greece”, starting in fall 2020.
We are looking for students who are highly motivated and committed, and will benefit from our support to fully develop their potential. These Excellence Awards are offered to assist high caliber individuals who have a strong motivation to develop their studies in the Ancient Greek History and Culture.
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About this institute
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Officially founded in April 14th, 1837, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA) is the first University not only of Greece but also in the Balkans and the Eastern Mediterranean region. Consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide, NKUA...
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